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The Story of the Hymns and Tunes

By Hezekiah Butterworth
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This volume surveys the origins, authorship, and musical settings of many well-known hymns and tunes, arranging entries by themes such as praise, devotion, missionary work, revival, Sunday school, patriotism, sailors', Welsh and field hymns, festival pieces, and consolation. It offers biographical sketches of hymn writers and composers, historical context for texts and melodies, and notes on musical form and usage. The narrative mixes anecdote and analysis to trace how particular words and tunes evolved, how doxologies and metrical versions emerged, and how hymns were adopted in worship, and it is supplemented by portraits and thorough indexes of names, tunes, and hymns for reference.

About the Author

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Hezekiah Butterworth

Hezekiah Butterworth was an American author known for his contributions to children's literature in the late 19th century. He wrote a variety of works that often blended historical themes with engaging narratives, making them appealing to young readers. His notable titles include "Brother Jonathan" and the "Zigzag Journeys" series, which offered adventurous explorations of different cultures and historical events. Butterworth's storytelling is characterized by its educational value, aiming to inspire curiosity and a love for history among children. His works remain a part of the literary heritage that reflects the values and interests of his time.

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